2007 Volkswagen Caravelle vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 743 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Caravelle | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
